Academics Manager

Job Title: Academics Manager

Reports To: Director of Academic Support Services

Status: Full-time; Exempt

Location: Los Angeles County

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

Salary Range: $75,000-$88,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

Are you passionate about giving back to your community and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people?

Who We Are:

In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path.

What We Do:

Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer LifeCraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 2,000 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 150 plus Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach.

Ideal Candidate:

The Ideal Candidate for the Academics Manager role has a thorough understanding of current K-12 teaching methods, students, and the Los Angeles area education landscape and is dedicated to ensuring equitable access for all learners. This position offers an opportunity to be creative in crafting learning experiences that build and reinforce skills, integrate multiple disciplines, meaningfully complete school assignments, and offer self-directed opportunities for elementary, middle, and high school students.

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers:

• Competitive salary - $75,000-$88,000 annually
• Paid vacation & sick time - generous time off to recharge
• Lifecraft program - free college & career advancement for all staff
• Upward mobility - promote-from-within culture
• Health, dental & vision - comprehensive benefits coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan - invest in your future
• Pet insurance - because your whole family matters
• Mission-driven work - impact 30,000 + young people annually

Role Overview:

The Academic Manager works closely with the Director of Academic Support Services to oversee the development and implementation of the academic program and provide direct academic and classroom management support to field and office staff. The Academics Manager ensures that field staff have access to quality materials, high-interest activities, and adhere to program objectives.

The Academics Manager ensures that projects are being prioritized and completed by established target dates and meet the needs of students and partners across various program locations. This is a hybrid work position. The Academics Manager will be expected to frequently work in the office, in the field at program locations, and has the flexibility to work from home when the schedule permits.

Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance of the Director of Academic Support Services, evaluate curriculum, instruction, and learning environments to ensure quality academic content and support, accessibility and success for all students
• Curate, adapt and distribute academic materials that meet diverse student needs and align with partner goals
• Ensure programs are structured to support best practices in classroom management and instruction
• Highlight models of high-quality programming and best practices to elevate programs across the region and agency
• Organize and coordinate elements of academic intervention including recommendations and communication with school and WR leadership
• Oversee the development of intersessional academic programming, including scheduling, content, instruction, and differentiation for Winter, Spring, and Summer programs
• Track and report student academic performance, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting materials and instructional strategies as needed
• Develop rubrics and other measures for high-quality after-school academic practices
• Assist in data collection and reporting for stakeholders, including parents, funders, and school partners
• Provide the Director of Academics with updates and recommendations based on site visits, office hours meetings, and interactions with program staff and administrators
• Organize and provide training and professional development opportunities for staff, ensuring instructors are equipped with the latest strategies, resources, and tools
• Coordinate with Learning & Development (L&D) on training and professional development to ensure streamlining and alignment
• Facilitate collaboration between Club Leaders, Site Coordinators, Camp Counselors, and Camp Coordinators to develop and implement academic content and support
• Develop, coordinate, integrate and refine academic elements in agency-wide Woodcraft Rangers Signature Events
• Support Outdoor Education Team with guidance and materials for camp activities
• Ensure collaborative approaches with school administration, teachers, program staff, vendors and community organizations to support student success
• Schedule office hours and site visits as requested by supervisors
• Comply with all applicable safety requirements and emergency protocols, including maintaining up-to-date training and certifications
• Participate in staff development training as required
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills:

• 3-5 years of experience working in a school environment within diverse communities required
• Bachelors Degree required
• K-12 Teaching Credential Preferred (single or multiple subject)
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• FBI & DOJ Livescan clearance
• TB Test clearance
• First Aid & CPR certification (provided by WR)
• Ability to travel to multiple sites
• Ability to use smart phone for work related business (WR provides Wi-Fi/cell stipend)
• Woodcraft Rangers will require proof of vaccination for ALL employees providing any in-person work with staff or clients

Physical Demands:

• In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical demands may be essential for the effective performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
• Frequent standing is required during working hours
• The ability to travel across Inland Empire, using either a car or public transportation, is necessary several times a month.
• Regular use of hands for various tasks, such as operating a computer and handling objects, is essential.
• Must be able to occasionally lift/move up to 40 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This position operates in environments typical of the following key aspects:

• Regular exposure to computer monitors during work.
• The typical noise level of a standard work environment.
• Stable internet access is required for effective work-from-home performance.

Woodcraft Rangers provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breastfeeding), age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.